Why should we take you seriously as a candidate / Candidate Forum No-Show

You failed to show up to the Humboldt Association of Realtors candidate forum and have now announced that you are pulling out of the KEET candidate forum. Given your inability to participate in these discussions and demonstrate your understanding of local issues and defend your positions on issues that the public puts forth, why should we take you seriously as a candidate?

Thank you for the question. I understand your frustration. 

I missed the Humboldt realtors Association forum because I had a death in the family and I was unable to attend. I missed the KEET forum because I had just gotten out of the hospital and attending would have gone against medical advice. 

I am more than willing to answer questions from any one at any time.